In A Few Words… Da, you know of this?

Born and bred Russian, Ivan strongly believes in the strength of Russia. His grandparents supported the communist system and, thus, he strongly believes in the state. On the one hand, he slightly idolizes America, but only its more traditional values; those associated with the 50s. Family, religion, country, in that order, dominate his priority list. Morales are hard set for him based on Russian values. If one belongs to one of his recognized priorities, they have his full support as much as he can physically give. Those opposed to his ideals are viewed, however, as enemies. Though, he is changing, inspired by those 50s morals and the idea of 'rockabilly', he is susceptible given the right circumstance.

Curiously, he is almost more traditional home grown good boy by those old American standards than most teenagers in America these days, just that he strongly believes in the Russian state over American freedom/capitalism. He will fight for what he believes in, that is the one right no one can take away. Instilled in him by his parents and his coaches through the years.

Fear is capped by strength, its not wrong to be afraid, but it is wrong to not face fears as one would any challenge. He is a prototypical Russian kid, who believes Vladimir Putin is good for the country, that Ukraine should concede to Russian Dominance, and wrestling with tigers is just the thing to do. Almost on a funny level for him, face danger and joke about it, laugh it off. Not that he is a thrill seeker but certainly if challenged, he could not pass up a dare.

Also, he is prototypical Russian/East European, hugs and kisses are what friends do, be warned.

Relationships

Two great things about John, he loves hockey and he loves hockey. Original from Fresno, the guy holds season tickets and always makes the drive for the weekend games. Even pooled enough money together to get Ivan a serviceable call that would take the trip itself. He works at a local financial agency in the human resources department, working 9-5 to make a living. Like Mary, a graduate of UCSB, moved the family north to be closer to home. PB: William Macy

Adopted Mom: Mary Davidson

His American mother, the boy loves her already. Then again, he's Eastern European/Russian, she's his mother figure, its a respect thing too. She works as a departmental administrator over at the university. In the main office for Arts and Sciences. Like his Russian mom, she fully supports him getting an education and is now looking out for him so he gets a good pick for schools when it comes to it. PB: Dianne Wiest

Such a girl, no other is like her, my life, she has changed it. I left hastily, middle of the night, no phone, no text. I hope she understands, I am worried.